The Fish and the Turtle
The Inspiring Story of the Fish and the Turtle
Peace be upon you… Below, Afra Media shares a short lesson through a dialogue between a fish and a turtle. I hope this is helpful.
The Dialogue Between Fish and Turtle
A fish asked the turtle: “Why is it that whenever you have a problem, you always hide inside your shell?”
The turtle answered: “Is it really necessary for me to answer that question?”
The fish said: “Everyone in these waters wonders why you always withdraw into your shell whenever trouble comes.”
The turtle replied: “Why should I be troubled by what others say? I am not avoiding anything. I am not running away from reality. I am simply seeking calm inside my shell.”
The fish asked again: “But doesn’t it bother you to become the subject of conversation?”
The turtle answered: “That is one reason I live longer than many of you. You spend so much time watching my life that you forget to care for your own.”
“In this life, each of us must make our own choices. Do your best, and let people say whatever they want.”
“Those who like you may still correct you when you are wrong. But those who dislike you may still blame you even when you are right.”
“How much time is wasted worrying about other people’s lives, while forgetting your own need for rest, care, and reflection?”
“Love yourself by paying proper attention to your own responsibilities, because the one who is always busy with other people’s affairs will always feel lacking.”
May we not be deceived by what people say. Be yourself. Be a good person, and keep doing good.
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